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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): Eligibility, Certification, and Employment and Training Provisions of the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008; Extension of Effective Dates and Comment Period

Federal Register · Rule · Feb 21, 2017

of 2008; Extension of Effective Dates and Comment Period AGENCY: Food and Nutrition Service, USDA. … ACTION: Final rule and interim final rule; delay of effective dates and extension of comment period.

Animal Welfare; Marine Mammals

Federal Register · Rule · Jan 3, 2001

periods for medical and other husbandry reasons. … One commenter recommended setting a maximum daily period during which captive marine mammals may be viewed by humans.

Standards for Birds Not Bred for Use in Research Under the Animal Welfare Act

Federal Register · Rule · Feb 21, 2023

In response to commenter requests, we extended the comment period for 30 days to May 25, 2022. … During the comment period, APHIS received no requests for consultation or comment from Tribal nations.

Exportation of Live Animals, Hatching Eggs, and Animal Germplasm From the United States

Federal Register · Rule · Jan 20, 2016

Comments Regarding § 91.8 (“Rest, Feed, and Water Prior to Export”) In proposed § 91.8, we proposed that all livestock intended for export by air or sea would have to be allowed a period of at least 2 … One of the commenters suggested a 3 hour minimum rest period.

Elimination of Prior Approval Requirements for Establishment Drawings and Specifications, Equipment, and Certain Partial Quality Control Programs

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 25, 1997

Comments FSIS received 27 comments during the public comment period that ended September 9, 1996. … One commenter thought there should be periodic updates to Handbook 570.

Standards for Permanent, Privately Owned Horse Quarantine Facilities

Federal Register · Rule · Jul 2, 2009

The commenter suggested that operators who act as shippers may encounter similar conflicts to those who act as brokers. … Two commenters suggested that we remove our prohibition on the collection of germplasm during the quarantine period.

Elimination of Trichinae Control Regulations and Consolidation of Thermally Processed, Commercially Sterile Regulations

Federal Register · Rule · May 31, 2018

Air-operated temperature controllers must have adequate filter systems to ensure a supply of clean, dry air. The recorder timing mechanism must be accurate. (i) Chart-type devices. … Air-operated temperature controllers must have filter systems to ensure a supply of clean, dry air. (ii) Crate supports. A bottom crate support must be used in vertical retorts.

Voluntary Shell Egg Grading Regulations-Facilities and Equipment

Federal Register · Rule · Dec 21, 2004

The comment period ended August 2, 2004. We received four timely comments: one from a shell egg producer, two from an industry organization, and one from a State department of agriculture. … Both commenters discussed the difficulty of humidifying ambient air in the colder climates of the United States.

Standards for Privately Owned Quarantine Facilities for Ruminants

Federal Register · Rule · May 24, 2006

Specifically, the commenters argued that our mandatory 30-day post-arrival quarantine, which would follow a 60-day pre-export quarantine period under the current regulations in addition to transit time … The medium security facility must be constructed with a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system capable of controlling and maintaining the ambient temperature, air quality, moisture, and

Ports Designated for Exportation of Horses; Dayton, OH

Federal Register · Rule · Feb 17, 2000

We will then publish a proposed rule for public comment. Following the close of that comment period, the comments will be considered, and a final rule addressing the comments will be published. … Paperwork Reduction Act This rule contains no information collection or recordkeeping requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. ).

Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program

Federal Register · Rule · Oct 20, 2011

also help provide clean air as well as clean water. … Water Act, the River and Harbor Act, or the Endangered Species Act; (5) Not include borrowed funds; and (6) Be accomplished within the grant period.

Importation of Unmanufactured Wood Articles From Mexico

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 26, 2004

(PPA), NEPA, and the Clean Air Act. … Methyl bromide is an ozone depleting substance that is strictly regulated under the Montreal Protocol and the Clean Air Act.

Spring Viremia of Carp; Import Restrictions on Certain Live Fish, Fertilized Eggs, and Gametes

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 30, 2006

We will consider comments we receive during the comment period for this interim rule (see DATES above). … After the comment period closes, we will publish another document in the Federal Register .

Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy; Minimal-Risk Regions and Importation of Commodities; Finding of No Significant Impact and Affirmation of Final Rule

Federal Register · Rule · Apr 8, 2005

In addition to state laws and regulations for air emissions, there are a variety of provisions under the Clear Air Act that could address air emissions relating to this activity. The U.S. … The United States' Clean Air Act and Canadian environmental protection laws have vehicle emissions requirements that are designed to prevent harmful air emissions from vehicles, including transport trucks

Pistachios Grown in California; Establishment of Additional Inspection Requirements

Federal Register · Rule · Oct 21, 2005

One comment was received during the comment period in response to the proposal. … Also, a seven-day comment period was provided for in the proposed rule, and the comment received has been considered.

Accounting Requirements for RUS Electric Borrowers

Federal Register · Rule · Jul 18, 2025

(1) Title IV of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, Public Law 101-549, 104 Stat. 2399, 2584 (42 U.S.C. 7407 and 42 U.S.C. 7651), provides for the issuance of allowances as a means to limit the emissions … Compressed air and vacuum cleaning systems, including tanks, compressors, exhausters, air filters, piping, etc. 2.

Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation

Federal Register · Rule · Jan 12, 2001

According to DOE, many utility and industrial boilers have been designed to blend the western coal with other higher sulfur coal to meet their Clean Air Act compliance goals. … Additionally, the abundant sources of low cost-coal and available technology, such as scrubbers, will enable electric utilities to meet their Clean Air Act compliance goals.

Viruses, Serums, Toxins, and Analogous Products; Determination of Moisture Content in Desiccated Biological Products

Federal Register · Rule · Oct 6, 2003

Both commenters supported the proposed rule. One commenter did, however, request that we “clarify the exceptions to the use of the proposed method.” … A suitable air-drying device should be attached to the inlet valve. (3) Balance, accurate to 0.1 mg (rated precision ±0.01mg).

National Organic Program (NOP); Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices

Federal Register · Rule · Jan 19, 2017

Willful Acts of Abuse One comment requested that the rule provide a definition of “willful acts of abuse.” … Act.

Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards

Federal Register · Rule · Feb 16, 2016

(k) Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401-7671q) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1251-1388). … Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401-7671q) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act as amended (33 U.S.C. 1251-1387).